Edison Bell

Edison Bell was a British record label and phonograph manufacturer active primarily from the late 19th century to the mid-20th century. Initially established as a subsidiary of the United States-based Edison Phonograph Company, it gained independence and became a significant player in the British gramophone industry.

The company produced and marketed gramophones (phonographs) and records under various brand names, including Edison Bell Winner, Edison Bell Radio, and Winner. They catered to a wide range of musical tastes, releasing recordings of popular music, light classical pieces, and spoken word performances.

Edison Bell was known for its competitive pricing and wide distribution network, making its products accessible to a broad consumer base. However, the company faced increasing competition from larger record labels like EMI and Decca. After several ownership changes and periods of declining sales, Edison Bell eventually ceased operations in the mid-20th century. While no longer actively producing records or gramophones, the Edison Bell name remains associated with early British sound recording history, and their recordings are of historical interest to collectors and researchers.